Accounting Manager, SEA

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What you will do:
The Accounting Manager for the SEA region will oversee the financial shared services organization within the business center. This role involves planning and managing daily, weekly, and monthly accounting activities to ensure the accuracy of financial information. The Accounting Manager will manage a team focused on specific financial functions and report directly to the Accounting Controller.

How you will do it:

• Located in Pune and report to SEA Accounting Controller as a member of SEA Controllership team.
• Collaborate closely with DBC/IBC accounting process teams, SEA Finance team, and related stakeholders.
• Lead the monthly closing process timely and with quality review conducted, including coordination of closing and reporting schedules and supervision of closing activities. Signoff of trail balance for respective SEA countries on monthly basis.
• Ensure balance sheet accounting compliance and consistency of internal procedures with Johnson Controls policies.
• Review manual journal entries (MJEs) and account reconciliations, taking appropriate actions for improvement.
• Implement internal SOX controls, identify deficiencies and drive the clearance of deficiencies.
• Support and ensure smooth accounting-related processes in respective SEA countries.
• Facilitate internal and external audits on US GAAP.
• Assist the Accounting Controller in driving process and accounting improvement activities.
• Other work assigned by SEA accounting controller.

What we look for:

• University degree in Accounting  Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance
• Audit manager/senior manager in big four or accounting controller experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and regulations, preferably in a shared services environment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in accounting and financial software, ERP systems, and advanced MS Excel skills. SAP experience is preferred.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

What we offer:

We offer an exciting and challenging position. Joining us you will become part of a leading global multi-industrial corporation defined by its stimulating work environment and job satisfaction. In addition, we offer outstanding career development opportunities which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents

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